RDH Connect

08/11/2024

Well season one of Burnout Bites is a wrap!

I’ve had the honor of interviewing some amazing professionals who shared their stories and gave positive attainable solutions to dealing with burnout.

Fiona Mattrasingh, Astrida Rdh, Heather McGuire, Alicia Marie, Amanda Cole Hill, Bethany Montoya, Karese Laguerre, Chris Williams, Caitlin Parsons

They discussed past and present challenges they face and what has helped them to breakthrough and to accomplish their goals.

Heading into season two, you will hear from a diverse array of guests and sound small bites from attendees at the recent RDHUOR conference.

To catch episodes you have missed or to listen for the first time I’ve provided the links below.

If you are interested in being a guest, have a recommendation for one, or would like to sponsor the podcast please contact me at [email protected].

Burnout Bites…Bite Back

Pick your platform:
🔗 https://media.rss.com/burnoutbites/feed.xml

Apple Podcasts
🔗 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/burnout-bites/id1738997487

06/22/2024

Where in the world is Kari Carter-Cherelus?🕵🏽‍♀️

I’m excited to be a speaker at several upcoming in-person events over the next couple of months…

Please let me know if you are attending any of the events. I look forward to connecting with you! I also plan to tape some podcast bites on the road. So if you want to give a few bites definitely meet up with me!

I deeply appreciate my supportive colleagues, the event hosts, and my amazing sponsors BioGaia USA, Arm & Hammer Oral Care Pro, Waterpik Oral Health, LumaDent.

Looking forward to seeing you!
Kari Carter-Cherelus, RDH
Kmc.Smiles

06/15/2024

As empowered dental hygienists we act as advocates of healthcare services to the community, in the promotion of overall health and wellness. Using the latest technology and clinical techniques available, we are able to increase positive patient outcomes and successfully mange patient expectations regarding care.

As the dental industry evolves it is imperative that dental hygienists wholeheartedly embrace the future of their profession. We can do this by increasing our knowledge base of current trends, updated protocols, as well as having a persistent desire to remain curious.

The future for our profession is bright! There are opportunities for growth in diverse areas within the profession. Our dedication to our profession will motivate us to accept change and continuously grow, so as to better ourselves and our community while also increasing our career opportunities!

Join me on June 20, 2024 at 7pm EST as I discuss the diverse opportunities available to hygienists.

🔗 https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwrduGrrD0vGNb2HV5W6x6OfaSz7vkPw67V

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: IADLC The Empowered Dental Hygienist Study Club Meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

03/01/2024

Join us! tinyurl.com/rdhcinvite

Thank you for the kind words & great article Toothfairytish 💛💛💛💛 We're grateful for YOUR ongoing support & participation - we're in it together! 🫱🏽‍🫲🏽

One dental hygienist takes us through her experience of failure to triumph to ultimately realize that past failures don’t define future outcomes.

02/23/2024

These are some of the fun custom features you can find on .smiles RDHC profile that give members & new connections a chance to get to know Kari.
➡️Swipe to see the features BEFORE the .connct platform🎤Can you spot what’s new? 🤔

What is an RDHC profile?
As a member, you’ll have both:
✨An internal profile to interact with the private community
✨An external public profile that details your background & accomplishments with a custom intro video as an online business profile

💥🗣️Did you know that Kari recently spoke at an event that came to her via a message on her RDHC profile? 📩
“I had the honor of speaking for 3 hours for the Northwest Dental District Association at their annual meeting in beautiful Destin, Florida. It was an amazing event! I enjoyed the networking opportunities, the hospitality, the food, and the beach vacation.” - .smiles

02/21/2024

RDHC founding member Rachel Stroble, MS, RDH, CDA will present a fresh perspective on imaging for dental hygienists at March Madness CE event 👏👏👏

💬In her talk “CBCT for Hygienists by a Hygienist” she discusses how cone beam computed tomography imaging can change the way dental hygienists practice and improve patient care and oral health outcomes. Beyond theory, she gives practical advice for hygienists who are ready to implement this technology in their patient care.

➡️Any RDH wanting to attend can register here: https://okdha.org/march-madness/

02/14/2024

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02/02/2024

Friday = a good day for a good story 🙂

01/12/2024

Are you looking to explore new paths for your career this year? Or build new skills? Make new connections with established professionals?

➡️Interested in public speaking? How to get hired?
➡️Looking to get published? Writing coaching?
➡️Are you a new grad or student looking to connect with established pros online?
➡️Would you like to meet entrepreneurs, professors, consultants, and other business leaders building their career their own way?
➡️Would you like to share your knowledge through writing, video or other types of content?

✨Mentorship groups are open! Join now! https://rdhconnect.com/mentor-groups/

🧑‍🏫Stay tuned to meet each mentor & find out what they’re excited to share!

🏘️What are mentor groups?
A place to connect with established experts in these targeted groups to develop marketable skills & level up your career!
Group mentors will share their personal insights about their career progression & keys to success along with real world tips to help you achieve your goals!

🔽Tell us below what you’re looking for!

11/29/2023

🧑‍🤝‍🧑Did you know that our new platform has a place just for connecting with mentors? ✨ Experienced RDHs will lead groups targeted at developing specific skills. Interested members can join to learn how the mentors developed their own career and their unique recommendations for getting started on the path to reaching your own goals!

🎙️Your feedback here will let us know exactly what you’re looking for! Feel free to share with friends that we need to hear from!

📲If you’re interested in talking with us more or getting involved with the RDHC platform - send us a message! If you haven’t joined as an RDHC member yet, you’re invited! http://bit.ly/RDHCinvite

🚧Update: we’re making some adjustments to be sure the platform is super fun & easy to navigate. We’ll keep you updated & can’t wait to show you what we’ve been working on!

Do you have a mentor?

09/14/2023

In her newest article, looks at how important professional boundaries are as a contributor to professional success.

Hygiene school provides the necessary tools to practice, but do we learn how to operate effectively in a professional environment as part of a multi-functional team?

"I had a difficult time setting professional boundaries when starting my career as a new grad. I wanted to prove my dedication to my career and show that I had a strong work ethic. I thought that saying no or creating boundaries would have a negative impact however, my lack of professional boundaries very quickly led to my burnout." - Letitia Hill

🔗 https://www.smilebrilliant.com/articles/rdh-professional-boundaries-to-succed/

08/31/2023

💡Clinical innovation is what fuels dental hygiene careers. It's what keeps hygienists motivated and passionate about hygiene through waves of burnout and ergonomic distress.

The problem is that not every hygienist is as on board with clinical innovation as others 👀. While some are excited about it, others are reluctant to try something new, even if it's what is best for the patient.

What has your experience been? Are you the hygienist mentoring others in the operatory or are you someone who has been mentored and reminded of all the amazing things your career has to offer? 💭